Nissan introduces all-new Elgrand to the press, hoping to make presence in luxury minivan market Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (Nissan) held a technical briefing and a test-drive event for the press to introduce its new Elgrand minivan that it will fully redesign in the summer of 2026. The new flagship model that will be fully redesigned for the first time in 16 years will offer improved riding comfort, quietness, and stable driving performance, and com...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/19

pickup measuring 5,370 mm in length, 1,960 mm in width and 1,880 mm in height, with a 3,230 mm wheelbase and 220 mm of ground clearance. The cargo bed measures 1,530 mm long, 1,620 mm wide and 515 mm high, with a payload capacity of 1,000 kg. It is offered in four versions: Comfort MT, Comfort AT, Luxury MT and Limited AT. Power comes from a 2.3-litre four-cylinder turbodiesel engine delivering 161 hp and 420 Nm of torque between 1,500 and 2,500...

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commercial vehicle OEM spanning PLM, testing and quality assurance, MES, and project management, and a multi-year deal with a Tier-1 automotive supplier to scale a global engineering center. In April, two further wins were secured: a large multi-year PLM service transformation deal with a European luxury automotive OEM covering engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, purchasing, and IDT across all product domains; and a Full Vehicle Program wi...

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Avatr names new luxury SUV “Avatr 07L” On May 9, Avatr announced the name of a new luxury SUV, the “Avatr 07L”. The model is available in EV (battery electric vehicle) and REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) variants. The Avatr 07L measures 4,910mm long, 1,980mm wide, and 1,650mm or 1,670mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,990mm. The Avatr 07L EV is equipped with a drive motor and a lithium-iron phosphate battery from Chongqing Tsingshan In...

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ncy by more than 10% compared to the 2023 model. In addition, the platform will be revamped to significantly enhance product competitiveness. On the same day, Honda unveiled prototypes of next-generation HVs, scheduled for market launch within two years, including a sedan and an SUV under its Acura luxury brand. The company also announced a regional strategy, designating North America, Japan, and India as priority markets. In the Japanese market,...

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Infiniti launches all-new 2027 QX65 in U.S. On May 13, Infiniti announced that its all-new 2027 QX65 has gone on sale in the U.S. Produced at the Nissan Smyrna plant, the QX65 is a two‑row midsize luxury SUV designed for the heart of the premium segment, with an MSRP of USD 53,990. The model measures 198.5 inches in length, 77.9 inches in width, and 69.7 inches in height with a wheelbase of 114.17 inches. The 2027 Infiniti QX65 has a Variable C...

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Jaguar names first electric four-door GT as ‘Type 01’ On May 13, Jaguar confirmed the name of new luxury four‑door GT, the Type 01, marking the beginning of a new era for the brand. The Type 01 model represents the beginning of a new electric era for the brand, with the “0” symbolizing zero tailpipe emissions and the “1” marking it as the first model of this new generation. The Type 01 name is integrated into the signature cow top ...

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s) for April 2026. China passenger car production and sales volumes in April 2026 Retail April retail sales volumes of passenger cars totaled 1.384 million units, reflecting a year-over-year (y/y) decrease of 21.5%. Year-to-date (YTD) retail sales volume totaled 5.604 million units, down 18.5% y/y. Luxury car retail sales volumes totaled 140,000 units, down 16% y/y. Retail sales volumes of domestic brands totaled 970,000 units, down 16% y/y. Dome...

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General Motors and Al Mansour Automotive relaunch Cadillac in Egypt On May 11, General Motors, in partnership with Al Mansour Automotive, announced the official return of Cadillac to the Egypt market with a new EV-led luxury lineup. The new portfolio brings the latest next-generation Cadillac cars to Egypt, including the Cadillac OPTIQ, Cadillac LYRIQ, Cadillac VISTIQ, Cadillac Escalade IQ, Cadillac Escalade IQL, along with the iconic Cadillac Es...

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port for lower running-cost cars. Existing leases remain unaffected. In the first phase, the full exemption will remain until March 2027. In the second phase, eligibility will be limited to EVs priced at AUD 75,000 or less, with a 25% discount applying to higher-priced eligible models but below the luxury car tax threshold until 2029. In the third phase, a flat 25% discount will apply thereafter for all eligible EVs below the luxury car tax thres...

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00hp. The platform is further empowered by Geely’s Full-Domain AI system, enabling features such as AI-based torque distribution, AI adaptive all-terrain modes, one-touch intelligent vehicle recovery, and AI-driven body posture adjustment. In addition, Zeekr opened pre-sales for the refreshed 009 luxury flagship MPV, while the mid-to-large-size flagship SUV 8X and the luxury flagship SUV 9X were also showcased. Lynk & Co presented the global de...

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rts conditional L3 automated driving. During the auto show, GAC also unveiled the next-generation Trumpchi E8 PHEV MPV, the first model to feature GAC’s new ADiMOTION plug-in hybrid technology, with fuel consumption of 3.98L/100km and a combined range of 1,537km. At the same time, the Hyptec S600 luxury sporty SUV made its debut and opened for pre-orders. From GAC Group press releases 1/2/3 and a Hyptec press release...

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4, FAW Hongqi announced its participation in Auto China 2026, presenting a lineup from its three sub-brands: Hongqi, Hongqi Tiangong, and Hongqi Golden Sunflower. The event marked the global debut of the Hongqi Tiangong "S-concept", alongside the unveiling of three key models: the new-generation H9 luxury flagship sedan, the new-generation H7 luxury hybrid sedan, and the brand’s first luxury rugged off-road SUV, the Hongqi Off-Road Production E...

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Limited) announced four new driveline program wins in Q4 FY2026, adding a combined INR 5.8 billion to its orderbook. The four orders included a differential gears for a new European OEM's BEV program in North America (INR 2.2 billion; production from H1 FY 2029); differential assemblies for a new luxury European OEM's BEV program in Europe (INR 1.4 billion; production from H1 FY 2028); differential assemblies for an existing European OEM's hybr...

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Auto China 2026: JAC Group and Huawei sign joint development agreement On April 26, JAC Group and Huawei officially signed a Joint Development Agreement at Auto China 2026. The parties will jointly develop technologies, integrate production chains, and grow the MAEXTRO brand to rightfully establish it as China's leading ultra-luxury intelligent automotive brand. The companies will strengthen supply chain collaboration and jointly invest in new en...

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ial performance in the coming years. It plans to increase profit margins and cash flow by continuing its transformation program and offering a stronger mix of core and special models. However, the global automotive market remains uncertain as challenges include possible new U.S. tariffs, changes to luxury car taxes in China, and reliance on global suppliers, plus ongoing tensions in Middle East also add uncertainty. While there has been no major ...

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Auto China 2026: Hongqi presents upgraded global strategy and new overseas SUV lineup On April 28, Hongqi announced that it has unveiled its upgraded global strategy and new overseas SUV lineup at Auto China 2026. It focuses on three core pillars: developing vehicles tailored for global markets, delivering an end-to-end luxury experience, and building a global co-creation ecosystem. By 2028, Hongqi plans to expand to more than 110 countries and ...

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OEMs, BYD, SAIC Motor, Geely, Chery, GAC Group, FAW Group, and Changan Automobile are showcasing key models from their respective brands. BYD is presenting the Ocean series flagship SUV Sealion 08 and flagship sedan Seal 08, while FAW Group’s Hongqi brand is staging the global debut of its first luxury rugged off-road vehicle. GAC Group’s Hyptec brand is unveiling the all-new sporty SUV Hyptec S600, and the Aion brand is debuting a new brand...

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Edition, limited to 78 units to celebrate the brand’s 78th anniversary. It combines Lotus’ racing heritage with modern electric technology, offering strong performance and long driving range. The all-electric Lotus Eletre was launched in Canada, marking Lotus’ entry into the high-performance luxury SUV space there. Priced from CAD 119,900, it uses advanced 800V technology and focuses on performance and driving feel. The company plans to gr...

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Lotus to enter luxury segment in Brazil On April 23, it was reported that Lotus will enter the Brazilian market as the fifth brand from Geely Group in the country, following earlier reports that the automaker plans to introduce its brand Lynk & Co SUV to the market in 2026. The brand will be imported and operated by LTS Brasil, an independent company led by former racing driver Clemente Faria Junior. The firm will be responsible for imports, sale...

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